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LK03 FUM

2003 Suzuki GS500

Blue Petrol 487cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Jun 2025
Tests17 (11 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate64.7%

Mileage

Typical for 2003 Suzuki GS50017,697 mi
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLK03 FUM
MakeSuzuki
ModelGS500
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine487cc

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MOT History

11 pass 6 fail
Pass 5 Jun 2024
Fail 5 Feb 2021 15,057 miles

Chain guard insecure (6.1.7 (i))

Drive chain excessively loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Front Brake lever has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))

Headlamp aim so that beam "kick up" is not visible on the screen (4.1.2 (a))

Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Horn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Rear Direction indicator obviously incorrectly positioned (4.4.3 (a))

Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

Drive chain so worn it is likely to fail (6.1.7 (c) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Drive chain sprocket worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 10 Sep 2019 13,605 miles
Pass 19 May 2017 26,115 miles

Front Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Steering movement slightly stiff (2.2.1a)

Steering movement slightly stiff (2.2.1b)

Pass 3 May 2016 23,392 miles
Fail 12 May 2012 23,108 miles

Offside Rear Footrest insecure (6.2.1a)

Pass 12 May 2012 23,108 miles
Pass 7 May 2011 21,348 miles
Fail 7 May 2011 21,348 miles

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Pass 7 May 2010 20,289 miles
Fail 7 May 2010 20,289 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 31 Mar 2009 16,124 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Fail 31 Mar 2009 16,124 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Nail in rear tyre

Pass 2 Apr 2008 11,127 miles
Fail 29 Mar 2008 11,118 miles

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 20 Mar 2007 8,008 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 9 Feb 2006 3,376 miles

How Reliable is the Suzuki GS500?

Based on 55,003 MOT tests across 6,013 vehicles.

80.5%
Pass Rate
1,009
Miles/Year
37
Year Lifespan
6,013
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 1,184
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 915
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 875
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 515
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 471
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LK03 FUM is a 2003 Suzuki GS500 in Blue with a 487cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.7%.

Across all 2003 Suzuki GS500 models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.2% with a typical mileage of 17,697 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a Suzuki GS500 fails its MOT is shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil, accounting for 1,184 recorded failures. If you're considering buying LK03 FUM, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Suzuki GS500 typically stays on UK roads for around 37 years. At 23 years old, this Suzuki GS500 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was LK03 FUM registered?

LK03 FUM is a 2003 Suzuki GS500, first registered on 1 March 2003.

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The MOT history for LK03 FUM shows 17 tests with a 64.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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